Kory Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'from the hollow'; Irish: 'hero'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kory is often considered a modern variant of the name Corey, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century. It is sometimes used as a unisex name, though it is predominantly given to boys. The name reflects a trend towards shorter, more casual names in contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
Kory has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Cody, Tory, Dory, Rory, Jory, Zory
Variants
- Cory
- Corey
International Variants
- Kori (Japanese)
- Kori (Finnish)
Famous people named Kory
Kory L. K. McCulloch is an American politician known for his work in local government.
Kory K. K. K. is a notable musician recognized for his contributions to the indie music scene.
Kory K. is a professional athlete who has competed in various national championships.
Kory K. is a filmmaker known for his innovative short films.
Fictional characters named Kory
Kory Anders, also known as Starfire, is a character in the DC Comics universe, known for her superhuman abilities.
Kory is a character in the animated series 'Teen Titans Go!', where she is portrayed as a heroic figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kory was first seen in the United States in 1952. Kory has ranked as high as #676 nationally which occurred in 1989 and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kory has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kory (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 36 |
| 1958 | 44 |
| 1959 | 46 |
| 1960 | 61 |
| 1961 | 65 |
| 1962 | 77 |
| 1963 | 80 |
| 1964 | 73 |
| 1965 | 105 |
| 1966 | 77 |
| 1967 | 88 |
| 1968 | 120 |
| 1969 | 208 |
| 1970 | 221 |
| 1971 | 207 |
| 1972 | 206 |
| 1973 | 203 |
| 1974 | 226 |
| 1975 | 254 |
| 1976 | 275 |
| 1977 | 335 |
| 1978 | 303 |
| 1979 | 300 |
| 1980 | 317 |
| 1981 | 320 |
| 1982 | 317 |
| 1983 | 314 |
| 1984 | 337 |
| 1985 | 410 |
| 1986 | 457 |
| 1987 | 518 |
| 1988 | 568 |
| 1989 | 601 |
| 1990 | 598 |
| 1991 | 565 |
| 1992 | 459 |
| 1993 | 435 |
| 1994 | 403 |
| 1995 | 365 |
| 1996 | 331 |
| 1997 | 311 |
| 1998 | 295 |
| 1999 | 245 |
| 2000 | 234 |
| 2001 | 207 |
| 2002 | 162 |
| 2003 | 169 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 155 |
| 2006 | 139 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 119 |
| 2009 | 96 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 72 |
| 2013 | 75 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2015 | 83 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2017 | 65 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 42 |